Today we explore genius in music. Whether virtuosic performers, world-changing innovators, or those pushing the evolution of modern sounds we talk about them all.

Dead Can Dance / Maggot Brain / Marc Chagall

Nov 17th, 2020 1h 41m

Episode 8- This week we dive into the crossroads of visuals and music. We discuss albums that we picked just because of the cover art, and how the visual art and style of albums, music videos and general visual aesthetic of artists help inform

WAP / Just Like Honey / Baby, I Love You

Oct 18th, 2020 1h 29m

In this episode we trot down memory lane to share our best, and not-so-best live music experiences. Maybe you got to see an iconic legend unexpectedly in a small club? Maybe you have facial scars from dancing to one of the more mocked band of t

It's A Small World / Big Moods

Oct 9th, 2020 2h 9m

This week we are joined by our friend Amber Dorsey of FromCarpoolsToCocktails.com in a lengthy chat on music for the mood. What songs/albums get us tearing up or cheering up, hyped for the day or griped in every way, and lead from making out...

Thelonious//Xanadu//Toru Takemitsu

Sep 19th, 2020 1h 28m

In this episode we try to discuss the powerful intersection of music and movies. From rock documentary to teen rom-coms and horror scores, music is often the backbeat or unseen character that really makes everything work. As usual, we track wil

Bell Biv DeVoe / Rancid / Sun Ra

Sep 9th, 2020 1h 27m

Dive with us into nostalgic look at how we bought and continue to buy music. From digging through vinyl in your Grandfather's basement to digital downloads and streaming, it doesn't matter as much how you get music as long as you get it.

Sonic Youth/Youth Culture/Culture Vultures

Jul 8th, 2020 49m 31s

Join us this week as we dive into the world of music and politics. From wartime protest songs to gender identity glam, we explore music that opened our ears to the power of music and ultimately, led to a deeper connection to humanity. Episode

Black Lives Matter (A Change is Gonna Come)

Jun 24th, 2020 1h 17m

This episode of Three States of Sound was recorded after the murder of George Floyd. We discuss our reactions, how these events have impacted our lives, and the music that reflects our feelings, gives us hope and helps heal our society- if even

Introduction (Willow Smith/Swedish Black Metal/Hunky Dory)

May 12th, 2020 40m 6s

Hello! Welcome to the first episode of Three States of Sound. In this episode we (John, Derrick, and Joshua) discuss why we hope to waste a little of your time while inspiring a passion for music discovery. To introduce ourselves, we share the

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